FileSearchEX is the no nonsense file search utility for Windows 7. It offers the simplified search interface like Windows XP yet in an updated and modern fashion. Unlike other search tools, FileSearchEX works well with millions of items in the result pane.
* Low system requirements.
* Extremely simple search interface.
* Portable application for easy network deployments.
* Locked down user account compatible.
* Users don't need to learn a new file search utility. XP style search.
A special feature of FileSearchEX is that it runs well in locked down computer configurations while still being easy to install by network administrators. Indeed, no installer is needed and admin rights are not required. No matter what software you have on your business systems, users will find it refreshing to have FileSearchEX's simplified search interface available to them. Searching inside file contents, network shares and UNC paths round out the standard features.
https://goffconcepts.com/products/files ... index.html
it says its portable and free for non-commercial usage...
it does say this on the support page though:
FAQ
Q. Are there any .NET runtime requirements for this application?
A. No, there are no additional dependences for FileSearchEX. It will run especially well on a clean system as well as on a fully configured system image.
Q. Are there any registry settings I can customize?
A. Yes, look at Software\GOFF Concepts\FileSearchEX under HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and HKEY_CURRENT_USER.
Install Guide
1. Download FileSearchEX.zip and extract FileSearchEX.exe to your %WINDIR% directory.
2. Click Install from the "File / View menu" or use the included .REG file.
3. To use the software simply right click on a folder and choose "Search via FileSearchEX".
. Optional - Create a shortcut to the .exe if desired.
its being actively developed though, with 3 updates in August, so maybe the author would make slight changes if necessary(?)....
